Nokia 3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $159 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 14/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nokia 3 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $499
- Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 68 points higher (82/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 140 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nokia 3 by 98.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $340. Nokia 3 was $340 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (97/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (99/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 68 points (82/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.